Getting married in Porto: WOW is the perfect location

Getting married in Porto: WOW is the perfect location

A wedding marks a very important moment in the couple's life and is intended to be a memorable celebration for the bride and groom, their families and all the guests. Therefore, traveling and getting married in a favorite destination has become an easy-to-understand habit. Porto, widely recognized as an attractive travel destination, is also beginning to be seen as a perfect place for wedding parties.

Why chose Porto

The choice is justified, first of all, by the stunning scenery: the urban landscape is beautiful and the Ribeira skyline and the bridges over the river allow for unique photos. So, it is a destination with a very strong cultural heritage, reflected in the architecture, traditions and gastronomy. Likewise, its inhabitants have unique characteristics of affability and authenticity.

Anyone going to Porto for a ceremony of this nature will certainly want to stay for a few more days. And there, the city offers the best conditions: excellent gastronomy, great access, a pleasant climate most of the year and many cultural and entertainment activities for a full and unforgettable agenda, such as visits to museums, monuments and Port wine cellars, boat trips on the river or walking through the narrow streets of the historic center.

Experiences that add value to an already super special date.

WOW is the perfect location

It is a huge cultural district in Vila Nova de Gaia, on the banks of the Douro River, right in front of the city of Porto, and has overwhelming views of the river and all of Porto's houses, with the historic twisted iron bridge and the meanders of the river going up to the mouth. In WOW, therefore, the ideal scenario for the day of “yes” is “designed”. With exquisite spaces, improved service and top cuisine, all the conditions are met for a perfect and unforgettable party.

Lately, WOW has been sought after for weddings, whether by Portuguese couples or foreigners. There are also more and more couples looking to WOW for proposals as well as engagement parties. Because, in fact, the cultural district is irresistible for such important moments. At WOW, all the conditions are met for an unforgettable day, be it the refinement of the facilities, the careful service, the delicious menus... and even the magnificent views of the city of Porto.

Although, in practice, any of the spaces in WOW's 55,000 square meters can be converted into a banquet venue, in fact, there are some spaces that are usually the best prepared and offer the best conditions. They are Baron Fladgate and the VP. Check out what we tell you about each one below.

Barão Fladgate: made to unite from day one

Barão Fladgate restaurant was purposely built to celebrate the wedding of Adrian Bridge to Natascha Robertson. The view, which allows the eyes to be lost on the Douro River and on the riverfront of Porto city, was the witness chosen to celebrate the wedding of the group’s current CEO. This has since then been the space chosen by hundreds of couples and families to celebrate the most important moments, in an absolutely unforgettable way.

It’s with this history, that Barão Fladgate, currently Taylor’s restaurant, remains a representation of the tradition. Its classic space, involved by the robust stone walls and the outer balcony, also stands out for its ability, which receives up to 300 guests in walking mode. The ceremony can also be held on the terrace, outdoors, capable of 40 people.

VP: customization and modernity

VP, on the other hand, surrounded by large glass panes and with a space as wide as versatile, accommodates up to 400 guests in walking mode. This place brings us an immense view to the Douro River and Porto, visible from any point in the room and the extraordinary terrace. His upper garden provides an even more incredible view of the Luis I Bridge and Porto, making it the ideal place for ceremonies celebration, with an audience of up to 140 people.

The VP restaurant is a site prepared for events, so its decor is not bound: allowing virtually total customization without giving up all the comfort of a high quality service.

An entire block available

In addition to these spaces, WOW also has Gallery or any of the WOW restaurants, which can be privatized for this purpose. Whatever the kind of party to be held, the catering and bar are always prepared and served in-house, by the specialized teams of the cultural district itself. There are menus already prepared for this purpose, but it is also possible to customize the service to he groom and bride's tastes.

Right next door and belonging to the same group, are Taylor’s Cellars and The Yeatman Hotel. Therefore, the backdrops for photographs and even the accommodation possibilities are immense. Why not complete the boldness and sophistication and go further in the total production of these unforgettable days?

Getting married in Porto is the new trend and at WOW you will find the ideal place for an unparalleled and unrepeatable event.

‍